Comprehensively covers all key course content Engaging & informative illustrations throughout Clear concise sections & layout break revision down into manageable units Top Tips & Revision Questions help pupils prepare for the exam Popular Success Guide format now expanded to Higher level Clear & accessible style reinforces key concepts & aids learning Links between topics clearly explained so that pupils can transfer & apply knowledge Aimed specifically at pupils who could benefit from extra help in making the transition to Higher ...

Comprehensively covers all key course content Engaging & informative illustrations throughout Clear concise sections & layout break revision down into manageable units Top Tips & Revision Questions help pupils prepare for the exam Popular Success Guide format now expanded to Higher level Clear & accessible style reinforces key concepts & aids learning Links between topics clearly explained so that pupils can transfer & apply knowledge Aimed specifically at pupils who could benefit from extra help in making the transition to Higher ...

John Birds approach based on numerous worked examples & interactive problems is ideal for students from a wide range of academic backgrounds & can be worked through at the students own pace. Basic mathematical theories are explained in a straightforward manner being supported by practical engineering examples & applications in order to ensure that readers can relate theory to practice. The extensive & thorough topic coverage makes this an ideal text for a range of university degree modules foundation degrees & HNC/D units. Now in its sixth edition Higher Engineering Mathematics" is an established textbook that has helped many thousands of students to gain exam success. It has been updated to maximise the books suitability for first year engineering degree students & those following foundation degrees. This book also caters specifically for the engineering mathematics units of the Higher National Engineering schemes from Edexcel. As such it

Includes:: the core unit Analytical Methods for Engineers & two specialist units Further Analytical Methods for Engineers & Engineering Mathematics both of which are common to the electrical/electronic engineering & mechanical engineering pathways. For ease of reference a mapping grid is included that shows precisely which topics are required for the learning outcomes of each unit. The book is supported by a suite of free web downloads: Introductory-level algebra
- to enable students to revise the basic algebra needed for engineering courses; Instructors Manual
- featuring full worked solutions & mark schemes for all of the assignments in the book & the remedial algebra assignment; & Extensive Solutions Manual
- 640 pages featuring worked solutions for 1 000 of the further problems & exercises in the book. Unique in introducing higher mathematical concepts from an engineering perspective ensuring that readers understand what they need to do in order to turn theory into practice this title is fully mapped to BTEC Higher National Engineering & Foundation Degree unit specifications. Free instructors manual available online & contains worked solutions & a suggested mark scheme."




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Written & presented in an accessible manner Higher English Success Guide contains all the essential course knowledge needed to pass your exam. Containing Top Tips Quick tests & advice on the new writing portfolio it ensures that your revision is effective & focused. Higher English Success Guide covers the course content in an accessible & engaging way. Topics are broken down into manageable sections & key concepts are clearly explained. Advice is given on the exam structure & the new writing portfolio & Top Tips help prepare you for the final exam. Quick Tests help you to track your progress & grow your confidence. ...

Close Reading for Higher English offers guidance in one of the most important areas of Higher English. Close Reading contributes to 50% of marks in the final examination yet some students believe that it is a skill that can not be practised! This book written by two experienced teachers & examiners shows that such practice offers the best chance of success & demonstrates that close reading for Higher English is a skill that can be acquired & enhanced. It introduces the basic terms & concepts that lie behind success (with guidance on interpretation of questions & targeting answers); then offers a section on examples of Comparative Evaluation (the Questions on both Passages) an area that is often a source of difficulty for many candidates; followed by six practice papers for exam preparation. A separate photocopiable book of suggested answers is available for teacher reference offering extremely detailed marking instructions that highlight where students can gain
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- the extra marks that influence grade awards.

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The Higher English Grade Booster is a handbook specifically designed to take students step-by-step through all areas of assessment & to uncover the mysteries of the Higher exam. This title focuses on language & grammatical analysis to enhance studentsi? own coursework & exam performance. Whilst advice & targeted notes equip students with the tools to develop their responses guidance on how to approach sample questions encourages informed & assured analysis for a confident approach to the exam. Contents * Higher English language skills * The origins of English * What is grammar? * Subordinate clauses * Analysing the words * Sentence structure * Further features of sentence structure * Punctuation * Imagery word choice tone & conclusions * Literary devices * Meaning * Textual analysis * The critical essay
- narrative structure * Personal study & critical essays
- what you have to do * The personal study & critical essays
- the importance of accuracy * Your own writing * Avoid these mistakes * Conclusion * Answers * Glossary


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Perfect for classroom activity or private study this title addresses themes & topics that most frequently appear in the exam for a targeted course approach. Clear notes pertinent vocabulary lists & Top Tips make topic coverage accessible whilst frequent illustrations support understanding as students encounter new language features. Extensive exercises are also included to sharpen assessed skills whilst the audio CD enables flexible listening practice at home or in class. Students will also benefit from key guidance from the Principal Assessor for French to improve their performance & feel fully prepared for the exam. In the classroom or at home this publication will help to provide students with a thorough grounding in examination technique & develop their confidence as the exams approach. TES Scotland March 2005 ...

This exam-oriented title delivers the complete Higher Geography course outline & covers all nine topic areas in a focused manner designed to improve exam performance. Exam-style questions let students apply & hone key skills & worked sample answers help students understand how to satisfy the examiner. Including advice on common pitfalls & how to avoid losing marks this volume will be available in a handy A5 format for easy reference. Contents * Introduction * Atmosphere * Hydrosphere * Lithosphere * Biosphere * Population * Rural geography * Industry * Urban geography * Rural land resources * Development & health * Conclusion ...

Covers the three most popular topics for Paper One of the new Higher History Course: Germany 1815-1939 Appeasement & the Road to War 1939 Britain 1850-1951 -Full colour photographs illustrations & geographical & political maps provide effective visual support -Clear & concise At a glace" & " Section summary" features consolidate the important points in each section of the book -" Practice your skills" activities provide excellent advice & exemplar material for approaching essay & source extracts -Full colour layout
- with colour information boxes & illustrations
- appeals to a variety of learning styles"

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Prepare for the new Higher History exam with Leckie & Leckies Practice Papers! As well as providing two question papers the book contains worked solutions & model answers exam hints & tips & a topic index. It also

Includes:: advice on how to tackle the new source-based Paper Two questions. These Practice Papers contain two question papers which mirror the SQA exam format. The question papers cover the following topics: / Britain 1850-1950 / Germany / USA / Appeasement / The Wars of Independence / Migration & Empire / The Treaty of Union / The Impact of the Great War They provide exam hints & tips including advice on how to tackle the new source-based Paper Two questions as well as model answers for each question.

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